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Emotional Armor Lesson Plan

Parents will understand what emotional armor is, why it forms, and how it impacts family connections, and they will learn practical strategies to gently remove it for authentic parent-child relationships.

Emotional armor can block open communication and trust. By identifying and dismantling these defenses, parents can foster emotional safety, deepen bonds, and model vulnerability for their children.

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5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Understanding Emotional Armor

10 minutes

Step 3

Self-Reflection Activity

5 minutes

Step 4

Guided Practice

7 minutes

Step 5

Reflection & Next Steps

3 minutes

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Emotional Armor Unveiled

What Is Emotional Armor?

Why Do We Develop Emotional Armor?

Common Types of Emotional Armor

Linking Armor to Emotions

Self-Reflection Activity

Guided Practice: Role-Play

Reflection & Next Steps

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Emotional Armor Unveiled

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Sue Spafford

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